FY26 Literacy Interventionists and Tutoring Programs Grant

The FY26 Literacy Interventionists and Tutoring Programs grant aims to enhance literacy proficiency for K-5 students through direct, on-campus interventions and tutoring. With a focus on supporting public schools designated as 1-star schools, this initiative is led by the Nevada Department of Education, which collaborates with local districts to promote educational equity and improve student outcomes. Funding is available until June 30, 2026, and applicants must prioritize access for eligible students.

Note:
The FY26 grant period ends June 30, 2026. Please note that these funds do not carry over after the June 30, 2026 award period ends.The services from this funding must be provided on the campus of a school or in-person for pupils in kindergarten through grade 5.
About the Department
The Nevada Department of Education (NDE or Department) leads and collaborates with Nevada's 17 school districts and the State Public Charter School Authority to advance educational equity Statewide. Under the leadership of the State Board of Education and the Executive Team, NDE impacts the achievement of nearly half a million children and 30,000 educators.
Goals and Priorities
The primary goal of this grant is to increase literacy proficiency through direct, in-person and/or on campus interventions and tutoring for K-5 pupils. Pursuant to SB 460 Sec. 78.4(2), priority in awarding grants will be given to applicants providing access for pupils attending public schools designated as a 1-star school under the Nevada School Performance Framework.
Please note that while SB460 identifies priority for schools designated as “Focus”, “Center Focus”, or “Priority Growth”, no such schools will be eligible for such designation in fiscal year 2026-27 (FY27) and are null for the purposes of this funding opportunity.